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How To Open and Close Jump Rings at The Bead Gallery, Honolulu

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Opening and closing a jump ring can be challenging for anyone! Especially if the ring is made with thick wire, and you don't want to mark/scratch up the metal OR distort the round shape. We've seen all kinds of techniques and tools over the past 20 years, and here is the simplest way with two tools: flat nose and chain nose pliers. The added benefit of this method is that it also strengthens the ring by hardening the metal as as you rock it back and forth. Good luck! Making jewelry is so much fun! -- LIVE. LOVE. CREATE! Welcome to The Bead Gallery! We are a local bead and jewelry store in the heart of Honolulu. Since 1997, we’ve been teaching, beading, and creating custom designs for our friends around the world! We specialize in curated gemstones, hand-selected beads, handmade glass beads, original project tutorials, and a multitude of kits and DIY projects! For more information, questions, or if you need any assistance, email us at …...more
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How To Open and Close Jump Rings at The Bead Gallery, Honolulu
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2011Jun 18
Opening and closing a jump ring can be challenging for anyone! Especially if the ring is made with thick wire, and you don't want to mark/scratch up the metal OR distort the round shape. We've seen all kinds of techniques and tools over the past 20 years, and here is the simplest way with two tools: flat nose and chain nose pliers. The added benefit of this method is that it also strengthens the ring by hardening the metal as as you rock it back and forth. Good luck! Making jewelry is so much fun! -- LIVE. LOVE. CREATE! Welcome to The Bead Gallery! We are a local bead and jewelry store in the heart of Honolulu. Since 1997, we’ve been teaching, beading, and creating custom designs for our friends around the world! We specialize in curated gemstones, hand-selected beads, handmade glass beads, original project tutorials, and a multitude of kits and DIY projects! For more information, questions, or if you need any assistance, email us at: request@thebeadgallery.com or text us at 808-436-4930. Thanks for the love, ALOHA, & support! Jamie, Jason, Michelle & The Bead Gallery Gang **************** Visit us at: The Bead Gallery, Honolulu 1130 N. Nimitz Hwy. A132 Honolulu, HI 96817 Store Phone: 808-589-2600 Mobile TEXT Phone for product inquiries: 808-436-4930 Product Requests: request@thebeadgallery.com All Other Requests: info@thebeadgallery.com -- Online: https://thebeadgallery.com/ Facebook:   / thebeadgallery.honolulu   Instagram:   / thebeadgallery   Pinterest:   / thebeadgallery  

The Bead Gallery

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